It can be observed in those with schizophrenia, biploar disorder and is often associated with those suffering depression. Keep in mind that though it has relationships with these disorders, it is still a very rare disorder.

Treatment includes treating the underlying disorder (such as schizophrenia).

Hmm. In writing, Cotard Syndrome would bring a whole other dimension to the zombie trends out there, wouldn't it?

Please keep in mind this post is for writing purposes only and is not to be construed as medical advice.

Lydia, this reminds me of some of the sensations experienced by those with pronounced 'schizoidal' personality-- which is something different from schizophrenia, though the two share overlap and tend to 'run in families.' According to some reading I have done, schizoidal personalities sometimes sense a quite literal blurring of boundaries between self and others.

It is interesting that something as fundamental as our experience of our own bodies is a deeply neurological phenomenon.

Okay, so never heard of this one either. Wow, to think of the potential this might have in a story...

This kinda reminds me of my great aunt who thought she had a tape worm. She was in her 90's at the time and also thought there were people spying on her, so we didn't take it all that seriously. Other than have her checked out to make sure she was really okay. :)

This happened to me during finals week in college, when I stayed up three nights in a row doing a thesis on Star Trek, the Next Generation. Oh, wait, that was Picard Syndrome. LOL. Love your obscure medical syndrome, Lydia.

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